JOB PURPOSE:
The research officer will be responsible for 1) Supporting a body of work focused on examining healthcare priority setting in Kenya the broader African region, 2) support the a project focused on the use of economic evidence in vaccine decision-making, 3) Conduct health technology assessments in collaboration with government.
Description:
REPORTS TO: Study PI and Study Supervisor.
JOB DIMENSIONS:
The primary responsibility will be to develop vaccine impact models that integrate cost-effectiveness analysis to inform vaccine decision-making decisions.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
For the Health Economics Research Unit (HERU) to:
Develop research proposals for ethics and scientific review.
Lead the implementation of studies once ethics review has been obtained.
Lead the analysis and write-up of study findings.
Support HERU policy engagement initiatives.
Develop grant applications for funding.
And any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.
QUALIFICATIONS:
The successful applicant will have:
QUALIFICATIONS:
A Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, statistics, or a health-related area.
A master’s in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Applied Mathematics, or a related field.
At least three years related working experience in Research covering health economics.
Strong background and practical experience in infectious disease modelling, vaccine impact modelling, with a proven track record of model development and application
Strong quantitative data analysis skills using R and Stata as a minimum
Desirable Criteria:
Excellent organisational and communication skills
COMPETENCIES:
Good writing skills.
Good presentation skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills a meticulous approach to documentation (including word processing and spreadsheet skills).
Team working and ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.
Ability to work with limited supervision and meet deadlines.
Apply via :
jobs.kemri-wellcome.org
